Wednesday, October 10

Do vs. Don't: Direct Mail


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The DMA annual report in 2011 stated that on average, each dollar spent on direct marketing yields an ROI of $11.65.  Non-direct marketing advertising yields an ROI of $5.29.  Many companies have started backing out of direct mail.   In return, other companies have started using it more aggressively. 

Here are a few tips to create a successful direct mail campaign!

DON’T overwhelm readers by printing mail that addresses a variety of unrelated, cluttered topics
DO focus your mail on one important, current issue


DON’T let your mail blend in
DO get your mail noticed so that it is not thought of as “junk mail”

This will definitely catch your attention!

DON’T leave out information for customers to act on if they are interested in your product/service
DO tell the customer the benefits of using your service with clear instructions on how to connect with your company


DON’T mail once and then never again
DO practice consistency in your mailing techniques to maintain presence with your customers



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